Tragic Loss for NFL Prospect Derrick Harmon Following Draft Selection
Derrick Harmon was drafted by the Steelers shortly before his mother, Tiffany Saine, passed away after years of health struggles.
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Derrick Harmon, 21, was selected 21st overall by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL Draft. Tragically, hours later, his mother, Tiffany Saine, passed away after a long battle with health issues, including multiple brain surgeries and a stroke. Harmon cited his mother as a driving force behind his success. The Steelers organization expressed their condolences and support for Harmon during this difficult time, emphasizing the bittersweet nature of his achievement without his mother present to witness it.
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Tiffany Saine endured multiple brain surgeries and suffered a stroke in the years leading up to her death.
Steelers president Art Rooney II extended condolences and pledged organizational support, stating they would help Harmon navigate his grief.
Harmon described his mother as an inspiration who motivated him throughout his collegiate career at Michigan State and Oregon.
Harmon is a defensive lineman drafted to address Pittsburgh's long-term needs on the defensive front, particularly as a rotational player behind Cam Heyward.
She was on life support at a hospital in the Detroit suburbs during the draft selection.
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